Yemeni resident arrested for storing local firewood in Imam Faisal bin Turki Royal Reserve
Saudi environmental security forces detained a Yemeni resident for illegally storing 15 cubic meters of local firewood in Imam Faisal bin Turki Royal Reserve.
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AIThe Special Forces for Environmental Security have arrested a Yemeni resident for violating environmental regulations by possessing 15 cubic meters of local firewood in the Imam Faisal bin Turki Royal Reserve. Legal procedures were taken against him, and the seized firewood was handed over to the relevant authorities.
The forces stated that the penalty for using local firewood or charcoal in commercial activities can reach up to 32,000 riyals (SAR) per cubic meter, while the fine for transporting, selling, or storing local firewood or charcoal can reach up to 16,000 riyals per cubic meter. The public is urged to report any violations against the environment or wildlife by calling 911 in the regions of Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, or 999 and 996 in other regions of the Kingdom. All reports will be treated with strict confidentiality and without any liability for the informant.